Dry Creek Vineyard a Key Partner in Restoring Endangered Fish

Dry Creek Vineyard, an internationally renowned Sonoma County winery, is leading the way when it comes to great wines and sustainable development – and is a key partner in habitat…

The Story of “The Mariner”

What makes our Mariner wine so special? For more than 40 years, our experience with Dry Creek Valley’s soil, climate and vineyard diversity has allowed us to choose the best fruit from …

Dry Creek Vineyard Announces Sponsorship as Official Supplier of Artemis Racing – Challenger 34th America’s Cup

Beginning July 4th with opening ceremonies, the America’s Cup has come to the San Francisco Bay for the first time.  As the official “Wine for Sailors,” we are especially excited by the…

Zinfest 2013 is Almost Here!

Make the quest for your personal Zinfandel flavor destination as you journey through the varietal’s unique growing regions to experience the diversity of America’s Heritage Grape. This…

A Century of Great Zin

Today, nearly 2,400 acres of Zinfandel are farmed in Dry Creek Valley, the most planted grape in the region. Many of the original families continue to farm the vineyards, with successive …

Dry Creek Vineyard Celebrates 40 Years of Winemaking with Wine Industry Icons

On this day 40 years ago, California wine pioneer David S. Stare received the necessary permits to build the first new winery in the Dry Creek Valley appellation of Sonoma County, following…

Dry Creek Vineyard Dusts Off Moldy Oldies in Celebration of 40 Years of Winemaking

Forty years ago this month, winery founder David Stare was issued the use permit to build Dry Creek Vineyard at the corner of Dry Creek Road and Lambert Bridge Road. In celebration…

Fumé Blanc Pioneer

Fumé Blanc is at the heart and soul of our family winery. In 1972, David Stare was the first person to plant Sauvignon Blanc in the Dry Creek Valley appellation. For nearly 50 years …

Chenin Blanc Inspired by the Loire Valley

Our award-winning Dry Chenin Blanc is a source of pride for Dry Creek Vineyard, but we must give credit where credit is due. If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Dry Creek Vineyard …

Chardonnay Reborn

Chardonnay has contributed enormously to our success. The crisp and balanced nature of our Chardonnay has always been immediately appealing. In 2003, we transitioned our production …